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Kirkus Reviews
“Disasters averted in this realistic yet amusing take on sixth grade life.”—Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
“Kids who have never been to school will surely look forward to all the fun depicted here.”—Kirkus Reviews
Midwest Book Review
“highly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 3-8.” — James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review
Jewish Book Council
“Although the book closes with Miriam’s confident assertion that ‘some day all the world/will know my brother’s name,’ Yolen and Le have presented the early life of a woman who will also change history.” — Emily Schneider, Jewish Book Council
Jewish Book Council
“This simple picture book about a young Israeli boy who feeds a stray kitten near a construction site addresses a universal theme but has an authentic Israeli flavor.” — Michel Hoschander Malen, Jewish Book Council
The Horn Book Magazine
“Told from the baby’s point of view. . .this playful offering explores, through two elephant characters, the strong emotional bond between parent and child.”—The Horn Book Magazine
Booklist
“. . . [A] romp featuring diverse children and the creatures and crazy situations from the relevant idiom[s]. . . . A worthwhile addition to ELA classrooms and library shelves.”—Booklist
Kirkus Reviews
“[L]ighthearted and silly but has enough heart to merit space on the shelves of space lovers, handy kids, and anyone looking for a giggle and a smile. . . . A fun and satisfying journey.” —Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus Reviews
“[B]alances biography and sports in a way that will interest all readers . . .”—Kirkus Reviews
Good Reads with Ronna
“In our world of social media and instant gratification, it was inspirational to read about a real life hero who did great deeds, but chose to avoid fame.” — Ronda Einbinder, Good Reads with Ronna
Publishers Weekly
“[E]xpansive and inclusive . . . This roundup of rallies, parades, sit-ins, walkouts, boycotts, and more shows there are as many protest methods as there are reasons to protest.”
Sydney Taylor Shmooze
“Hard Hat Cat makes an excellent read-aloud for families with children in a range of ages.” — Mirele Kessous, Certified Librarian, Sydney Taylor Shmooze Blog
Eric Carle
“A Garden in Your Belly’s colorful world helped me wake up this morning. This book is as powerful as it is beautiful and that’s the minimum!” —Eric Carle
The Horn Book Magazine
“‘Dynamic’ and ‘delightful,’ Bastel’s rollicking picture-book debut will be a surefire success at story hour.”—The Horn Book Magazine
The Horn Book Magazine
“[A] nod to the affection and respect the researchers have for these reptiles . . .”—The Horn Book Magazine
The Horn Book Magazine
“This illustrated early chapter book is a darkly comedic exploration of life and death. . . .Honest and uncomfortable humor within the soft, pale vignettes and full-page and double-page-spread art captures the book’s spirit. . .”—The Horn Book Magazine
AJL Newsletter
" A good pick for a story time about baby siblings or being patient, with young readers soon supplying the Hebrew words." — Chava Pinchuck, Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel; Past Chair, Sydney Taylor Book Award Committee
AJL Newsletter
“Clarence is a lovable fool, and it’s so nice to have a new twist on a Shabbat story.” — Rachel Glasser, retired librarian, Yavneh Academy, Teaneck, NJ
AJL Newsletter
“An enlightening note at the end of the book includes the biblical story on which this book is based, with mention of the three times in Miriam’s life where water is significant” — Anne Dublin, retired librarian of Holy Blossom Temple and author of A Cage Without Bars (Second Story…
AJL Newsletter
“As is sometimes the case, a long illness or serious injury can change one’s perspective about life. So it was with Judah Touro.” — Anne Dublin, retired librarian and author, Toronto, AJL Newsletter
AJL Newsletter
“The lively, poetic language, sprinkled with Hebrew words (glossary included), and the cheerful illustrations portraying life in an Israeli neighborhood combine to make this a delightful tale.” — Martha McMahon, Sinai Akiba Academy, Los Angeles
Kiss the Book
Play Like an Animal! Why critters splash, race, twirl, and chase by Maria Gianferrari, illustrated by Mia Powell. NON-FICTION PICTURE BOOK. Millbrook (Lerner), 2020. $20. 9781541557710 BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3)—ESSENTIAL AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH What a fun look at…
Publishers Weekly
“. . . [W]ith large-format, life-the-flaps fun behind every door, designed for hours of engagement, you might say it’s urgent.”—Publishers Weekly
MTV News
“[A] whirlwind adventure and a blossoming romance…” —MTV News